The Minister of Culture of Spain has spoken out about the recent controversy generated by Karla Sofía Gascón, stating that the actress's comments do not represent Spanish society. Gascón issued a reflection on her official Instagram account, acknowledging the negative impact of her past tweets. In a statement to the press, the actress expressed her feelings regarding the controversy and her desire to move forward despite the criticisms.
The Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun, previously praised Karla Sofía Gascón for her Oscar nomination, highlighting her talent and dedication. However, after the resurfacing of the actress's old posts, Urtasun lamented the offensive comments present in the tweets, stating that they do not reflect Spanish society and resulting in a change of stance regarding his support for Gascón.
Karla Sofía Gascón has become embroiled in controversy after old posts with racist and xenophobic content resurfaced online. The actress has faced criticism and the phenomenon of 'cancel culture,' but she has expressed her determination to move forward with her artistic career and personal life, seeking the freedom to be who she is without fear or barriers.
